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What region of France speaks German?
No French region speaks German, but the eastern region of Alsace, borduring Germany, used to speak Elsassich, a German dialect very close to German. These days that regional language is mostly spoken by the elderly, but a very sizeable part of Alsatians have a very good grasp of German as a second language.
What is the river dividing France and Germany?
The Rhine (French: le Rhin, German: der Rhein) .The southern part of the French-German border follows the river Rhine. The northern part does not follow any river.
Why do they speak french in zwitzerland?
The official languages of Switzerland are German, French and Italian. In some areas of Switzerland (closer to France) the spoken language is French and you will find most signage is also in French. However in the parts closer to Germany and Italy it is the language of the country they are closest to. Tidbit: Basel Switzerland is extremely close to the Alsace region of France, however they speak German in that part.
What European Country Surrendered To The Germans?
France surrendered to the Germans during World War II. After the German invasion in 1940, France signed an armistice with Germany, leading to the occupation of the northern part of the country and the establishment of the Vichy government in the south.
What countries celebrate the European day of languages?
The European Day of Languages is celebrated in all countries that are members of the European Union, as well as in countries that are part of the Council of Europe. This includes countries like France, Germany, Italy, and Spain, among others.
What country wanted revanche for Alsace-Lorraine?
France. Alsace and Lorraine became part of France during the 1600's. In 1871, Germany fought a war with France and won, and part of the settlement was that Alsace and Lorraine would be given to Germany and called "Alsace-Lorraine". France was angry about it and wanted "revanche"- revenge. As part of the settlement of World War I, Alsace-Lorraine was given back to France.
What part of france has changed onwnership between france and germany several times?
The territories of Alsace and Lorraine.
Why do you think alsace is the most non-french region of France?
Because Alsace has historically been part of Germany at times and part of France at times (Alsatian is a German dialect, in fact), Alsace may strike some as a bit more "German" than "French" at times.
Why did Germany invade Paris in World War 2?
Germany and France had a long-running dispute over which country owned the province of Alsace-Lorraine. They fought three wars about this, which were, the Franco-Prussian War, WW I, and WW II. Alsace-Lorraine remains part of France, and now that France and Germany are both part of the European Union, they are not going to fight about that anymore.
Make a time line of dates when Alsace was a part of France or Germany?
Until 1639, a part of the Holy Roman Empire of the German NationUntil 1871, a part of FranceUntil 1919, a part of the German EmpireUntil 1940, a part of FranceUntil 1945, de facto a part of GermanyNow, a part of France.
What nation owns Alsace-Lorraine?
It is currently part of France. Historically, it is disputed territory that changed hands between Germany and France scores of times.
What territory did France gain from Germany?
France gained the provinces called Alsace and Lorraine. They originally were a part of France, but then the Germans took over the provinces during the Franco-Prussian War before World War I. After World War I, France gained them back.
Where in France is Alsace found?
Many, many things! Historically, Alsace has been a region of both Germany and France, giving it a unique mixture of French and German culture. Because of the international importance of its capital, Strasbourg, Alsace is politically one of the most important regions in the European Union. Alsatian cuisine has also become popular beyond Europe; a dish "a l'Alsacienne" means it's garnished with sauerkraut, a traditionally German dish.
What country that starts with an A is between Germany and France?
There is no country between France and Germany which names begins with an A. You may be thinking of the province of Alsace which is now in France, after having been part of Germany from 1870 through World War I. The provincial capital of Alsace, Strasbourg is architecturally very similar to German cities in the Old Town. Or, the country of Andorra lies between France and Spain.
What regions in Europe were disputed territory between France and Germany as Otto von Bismarck tried to unify Germany?
The Alsace-Lorraine region was claimed by both France and Germany in the 19th century after the Franco-Prussian War. Bismarck went along with the German Emperor's position that Alsace-Lorraine should be annexed to form part of Germany.
Why did France and Germany both want Alsace Lorraine?
This was because Alsace and Lorraine were very rich in resources. It was a agricultural land and was a major part of food production and so France was in a major food crisis when Germany took it. They wanted revenge on Germany and so the world war 1 broke out and the treaty of Versailles made sure France got back its territories.
What two provinces were returned to France as a result of the treaty?
The provinces of Alsace and Lorraine were returned to France following World War I. It was done as part of the Treaty of Versailles in order to punish Germany.
